2. Mission Statement
“In honor of its founding history, Los Angeles Southwest College provides a student-centered learning environment committed to empowering students and the community to achieve their academic and career goals through the attainment of certificates and associate degrees leading to transfer and workforce preparation”

3. follow Los Angeles Southwest College
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LASCCougars
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LASCCampus

4. All students must complete:
Orientation
All students must complete:
1)Orientation, 2) Assessment and 3)Counseling/Advisement to receive priority registration and/or avoid a registration hold
Learn the steps to the registration process
Get informed about student services
Learn about various campus resources

5. Math & English Assessment Exam
It is an instrument to used to identify which level Math and English classes you should enroll in
Assessment Center
SSB, room 204
It is important to refresh your skills prior to the exam.
Sample test booklet available in SSB-204
To clear prerequisites for English and math courses
To identify which English & math classes you should take
You may retake the exam once a year unless you have enrolled in your Math and English sequence.
Allow time for the exam - It may take you 2 hours to complete. Once you start you can not stop and return at a different time.

6. Exemptions for Assessment
You must submit an Assessment Exemption
form to the Assessment Office
If you have previously taken an English and/or Math course
Take your transcripts to the Counseling office showing enrollment in Math and/or English course(s) (may include A, B, C, D, F, W, P, NP grades)
If you have taken the College Board Accuplacer Test at any other community college within the last two years
Take a valid copy of your scores to Assessment office.

7. English Course sequence
English 20A
College Reading Skills
(3 units) NDA
Reading 22
Effective College Reading
Personal Development 17
(1 unit) credit
English 145
Accelerated Reading, Reasoning, and Writing
(3 units) Credit
English 101
College Reading & Composition 1
(0 unit) Non-Credit
Basic English Skills
Basic Skills 002CE
English 21
English Fundamentals
English 28
Intermediate Reading
& Composition
&
& or or

8. Math Course Sequence
Required - AA Degree

9. If you placed into a Basic Skills Math and/or English course:
These courses are designed for students who need to further develop their English and/or Math skills before they take college level Math or English courses.
Do not delay taking these courses because you will only delay your progress towards meeting your educational goals.
You may also enroll in college level courses when taking Basic Skills classes.
Basic Skills
courses

10. Supplemental Instruction:
It’s more than just tutoring
Students are encouraged to attend Supplemental Instruction (SI) because it helps create a structured study time, explore and understand course concepts.
Supplemental Instruction teaches students to become active learners.
Students who collaborate with SI leaders are more likely to receive higher grades and pass their classes.
Courses with Supplemental Instruction:
English 20A
English 21 Math 110
English 28 Math 115
English 145

11. After the Assessment Exam you will meet with a Counselor
What to bring with me when I see a counselor?
Math & English placement results
Unofficial copies of transcripts from any other college(s) attended.
Note: Official transcript should be mailed directly to the Office of Admissions as soon as possible
General Counseling Office SSB-227

12. What can a Counselor do for me?
Student Services Building (SSB), room 227
Explain requirements to earn Associate Degrees, Associate-Transfer Degrees, Certificates, transfer requirements to four-year colleges and universities
Explain the LACCD General Education Plan
Explain which transfer plan CSU/IGETC benefits your educational goal
Helps you to make appropriate course selections before registration
Helps you to develop your student educational plan (SEP)
Assist you with various petitions
(e.g., financial aid appeals, graduation, certificates, academic renewal)
Recommend appropriate referrals when needed

13. Student Services Building (SSB), room 227
It is advisable that keep the same counselor throughout your educational stay
To schedule an appointment with a general counselor
In Person: Visit or call the counseling department schedule an appointment or ask a quick question:
Online : Online scheduling is available.
Quick links to “Counseling”
Scroll down to eSARS to schedule appointment.
Student Services Building (SSB), room 227
To schedule an appointment with an EOP&S, DSP&S, FYE, Matriculation, Passage, Puente, or Trio Counselor you will need to contact their perspective office.

14. Online Counseling Services
Quick links to “Counseling”
Scroll down to eAdvising to communicate with a counselor online  
On line Services you my receive:
Information on college procedures and policies
Certificate, degree and transfer requirements
Course prerequisite information
Course offerings and majors
Referrals to other programs and services
Information on transferable courses at LASC
Counselors will respond with an answer within two business days

15. ears ON LINE ONLY Class Schedule Vs. College Catalog
“It feels so good to see the things we have fought for for so many years finally coming to pass.”
Odessa B. Cox
of Access, Excellence & Empowerment
Comes out every semester
Calendar *important dates*
Course offerings *days & times*
New one every 2 years, with updates every year.
Course descriptions
Certificate & Degree Requirements

16. Important calendar Dates:
Winter 2017
January 3, 2017 – February 5, 2017
Spring 2017
February 6, 2017 – June 5, 2017
First day of semester.
The last day to add classes.
after that date you will no longer be able to add any course
The last day to drop a class with a refund.
The last day to drop a class without a “W” grade on your transcript.
The last day to drop a class with a ‘W’ grade on your transcript.
Final Exams begin.
Date might be different from regular class meeting.
Holidays/Non-Instructional Days.

17. Prerequisite & co-requisite
Prerequisite: is a set of skills or body of knowledge that a student must possess prior to enrollment in a particular course.
Students will not be permitted to enroll in such courses and programs without the appropriate prerequisite.
Prerequisite Challenge Process:
If you believe you have met the prerequisite by other means you will need to challenge the prerequisite by submitting a Challenge petition
See the Assessment office for petition: (time sensitive)
Co-requisite is a condition of enrollment consisting of a course that a student is required to take simultaneously with another course.

18. How to read the schedule of classes

19. Registration

20. Logging into your student portal
Need your student ID number or social security number.
Your PIN is the month and date of birth:
Example: Your birthday is July 17: your PIN is 0717

21. You have a student email account
Log in using your Student ID and PIN (month and day of birth)
You may forward your district issued account to your personal

22. Student email VERY IMPORTANT to check you email frequently
Your new student should now be your primary .
You can forward your student to your personal
All important information such as your financial aid, registration appointments and student alerts will be sent to this .
10 GB of space
Online access to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
In addition to your online version, you will also receive 5 free installations to the devices of your choice. Simply log in and find the word install in green and follow the prompts.
Handouts with instructions available!

23. Registration Select: Action: ADD / DROP Los Angeles Southwest College
Semester & year
Action:
ADD / DROP
Section Number::
Course 4-digit number
View your schedule (make sure you are in the correct class)
Winter 2017
Click to view list open classes
Click for other options

24. Please see an Academic Counselor.
Undecided major?
Please see an Academic Counselor.
Select major from list.

25. Status of class enrollment
When registering for a class:
Course was successfully
added to your schedule
Course is closed;
“Standby” list available
Course is closed; choose a different time
Course has time conflict
with another course
Course has required
prerequisite/co-requisite
Winter 2017
John Doe
Status of class enrollment
If the course you wish to enroll in
is completely full, you have the option
of attending (‘crashing’) the class on the first day; request an “Add Card” from the instructor ; submit the Add Card to the Admissions Office prior to deadline date

26. Plan your schedule Take up to: If you work: 40 hrs/week 6 units
Less than 20 hrs/week
12 units or more
*recommended plan for success
For every hour you spend in class you need to dedicate at least two hours of study time.
Plan your schedule

27. Fees Mandatory Fees Other Costs Enrollment ($46.00 unit)
Health Center ($11.00)
Representation fee ($1.00)
Other Costs
Books
Supplies
Associated Student Organization ($7.00)
Parking ($20.00)
**The ASO Student Representation fee is used for a variety of events and activities that represent student viewpoints on and off campus. The Student Representation Fee is mandatory; however, students may opt out of paying the fee based on religious, political, financial or moral reasons. Students who refuse to pay the fee must submit their request in writing.

28. Financial Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov Financial Aid Office
SSB, Room #104
(323)
Must apply on line:
Must have a U.S. High School Diploma or GED
Must continue to be in good standing;
2.0 GPA or higher
Financial Aid is meant to supplement your existing income/financial resources and should not be depended upon as your sole means of income to support other non-educational expenses.

29. Financial Aid What happens after I apply for Financial Aid?
You will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR), review it and make sure it is accurate.
The college will receive your information and send you a Document Tracking Letter if additional information or documents need to be submitted to the Financial Aid office.
If eligible, you will automatically be considered for the Board of Governors Fee Waiver, so a separate application is not needed.
After your file is complete, it will be reviewed and your financial aid eligibility (need) will be determined.
You will receive an award letter.
You can get your financial Aid payments from your myLACCDcard or bank account. 
All new students should look for a green envelope in the mail with information about their debit card or how to direct payments to another account.

30. Financial Aid Your GPA affects your Financial Aid eligibility!
Grants: Federal Pell Grants and Cal Grants
Grants do not have to be repaid.
The are application deadlines
There is a cap on the amount of time you may receive Pell and Cal Grants
Federal Work Study
Enables students to earn a portion of their financial aid award through
part-time employment either on campus of off campus.
Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGFW)
Enrollment is waived for all students who qualify
Note: All students will be charged the mandatory health fee
Loans : Federal Perkins Loan / Federal Direct Loan Program
All loans must be repaid
Scholarships
Do not have to be repaid
See Financial Aid Office for list of Scholarship opportunities

31. Are you a current OR former FOSTER YOUTH?
PLEASE CONTACT : Joni Collins, Director of Guardian Scholars (323) – location: SSB 206
Receive Assistance with Finacial Aid, CHAFEE grant (up to $5,000)
Ward of court letter and verification
Educational support, books and school supplies
Transitional housing resources
Job skills assistance
Dress for success closet
Assistance with ASO membership fees
Student Services Building (SSB) Room 206
(323)

32. Advance Placement Credit (AP)
Did you know you can receive college credit from Advance Placement Exams?
You may be exempt from taking the Math and/or English Assessment exam.
You can meet General Education requirements and graduation competency requirements for the Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) Degrees.
You can fulfill transfer requirements for the Universities of California and the California States Universities.
You must have received a passing score of 3,4 or 5 on the AP exam to receive credit.
The College Board will need to send a copy of the results directly to LASC to receive credit.

33. Student Success Center
The Student Success Center offers free academic support, such as land based and online tutoring and success seminars to all currently enrolled students.
As the main computer center, it has computers to provide students the technology to conduct research, complete class assignments.
It also support those who are already succeeding academically, and simply want to enrich their educational experiences at LASC.
Some of the services offered include:
Computer labs
Printing
Internet,
Microsoft Office applications
Tutoring Learning labs in: Spanish, English, Reading, and more
Academic Workshops, StudentLingo
Located on the 2nd floor of the Library

34. Student Services and Programs
Admissions & Records - SSB 102
Applications, enrollment, transcripts and grade petitions, name, phone and address changes
Veteran Services - SSB 116
Liaison between veteran & the Dept. of Veteran Affairs to ensure Montgomery GI Bill payment
Business Office - SSB 103
Pay fees and obtain parking permit
Financial Aid Office - SSB 104
BOG fee waivers, Pell grants, Cal Grants, and Perkins loans
ASO-Associated Student Organization - SSB 118
Sponsors activities including publications & assemblies, various clubs
Health Center - SSB 115
SSB 115 (First aid, health assessment, health counseling, health referrals, health information ad TB screening). *Clinical Social worker availability*
ISO-International Student Program Office – SSB 209
Provides supportive academic services to international F-1 visa
status students
Admissions & Records - SSB 102
Applications, enrollment, transcripts and grade petitions, name, phone and address changes
Veteran Services - SSB 116
Liaison between veteran & the Dept. of Veteran Affairs to ensure Montgomery GI Bill payment
Business Office - SSB 103
Pay fees and obtain parking permit
Financial Aid Office - SSB 104
BOG fee waivers, Pell grants, Cal Grants, and Perkins loans
ASO-Associated Student Organization - SSB 118
Sponsors activities including publications & assemblies, various clubs
Health Center - SSB 115
SSB 115 (First aid, health assessment, health counseling, health referrals, health information ad TB screening). *Clinical Social worker availability*
ISO-International Student Program Office – SSB 209
Provides supportive academic services to international F-1 visa
status students

35. Student Services and Programs
Assessment/Student Success and Support Programs - SSB-204
Prerequisites clearance, Math & English Assessment test, Student ID
Community Services – SSB 206
Offers a variety of non-traditional activities for the purpose of meeting the
individual and community needs not served by the college degree or certificated
programs such as parenting classes and GED preparation courses
CalWORKs/Gain - SSB 218
Assist students in Welfare-to-Work program designed to move TANF recipients
into unsubsidized employment.
DSPS- Disabled Students Programs & Services - SSB 117
Provides academic services and accommodations to students with Physical,
psychological, and learning Disabilities, liaison with Dept. of Rehabilitation
*priority registration*
Noncredi Adult & Continuing Education Services Program - SSB 205
Assists students transitioning from non-credit to credit classes

36. Student Services and Programs
Career Center - SSB 228
Partnerships with local businesses to provide on-the-job training. Skill and interest assessments through the online Eureka job and career exploration program. workshops on Resume Writing, Cover Letters, Dressing for Success, and Interview Tips
EOPS / CARE / CAFYES- SSB 218
Counseling, academic and career advisement to low-income and educationally disadvantage students transfer to a 4-year college, obtain and Associate Degree, or prepare for a vocational career
*full time status, priority registration & book grants *
General Counseling - SSB 227
Where friendly counselors are available to assist students in meeting their educational, career, or personal goals, develop Student Educational Plans

37. Student services and programs
Transfer Center - SSB 229
Assists students in transferring to a four year college or university.
Representatives from the University of California, the California
State University system and private colleges, transfer workshops
and application assistance
*various University fieldtrips every semester*
TRIO – Scholars Program - SSB 229
Identify and increase the number of low income, disabled and first
generation college students interested in transferring to a 4-year
institution
TRIO – STEM Project - SSB 229
Partner with faculty to support students who are interested in
Pursuing major in science, technology, engineering, mathematics
or allied health

38. Student services and programs
Freshman Year Experience (FYE) - SSB 228
Provides 125 first-time freshmen with an integrated set of yearlong experiences, starting with a Summer Bridge program, to cultivate academic achievement.  Students who participate in FYE have a higher persistence rate.
Passage Program - CTE 137
Increase the retention, graduation, and transfer success rates for
male students. Tutoring, Learning communities, student success
workshops and of semester book stipend
Puente Program - SSB 218
Promotes transfer to four-year colleges to educationally underserved
Students. Offers year-long cohort of English and Personal Development
classes with a curricular focused in Latino Literature. Counseling, Mentor
with professionals from the community, University field trips, conferences
and community service projects

39. Important Student Information You should know!!
Only 3 Attempts to Pass a Class within an Area
You can only take a class once if you receive a passing grade. If you received a substandard grade or a “W” grade you are allowed to attempt the same class up to 3 times within LACCD. Course repetition limits apply to all levels of courses which consist of similar educational activities.
Student Educational Plan:
It is important to see your counselor and develop a Student Educational Plan (SEP) by the time you complete 15.0 units.

40. Important Student Information You should know!!
Priority Registration:
1st priority: Active duty military and veterans, formally foster youth, DSPS, EOPS, Cal-Works/Gain (in good standing)
2nd priority: Continuing students in good standing with less than 100 units completed, New Students that have completed orientation, assessment, and have developed a student educational plan (SEP) with a counselor
3rd priority: New Students who have NOT completed orientation and assessment and have not developed a student educational plan (SEP), students that have been on academic or progress probation for 2 consecutive semesters
Plan ahead to avoid losing your priority status!

41. Important Student Information You should know!!
You must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher to continue receiving financial aid
If you don’t complete all your classes you may have to repay some of the financial aid money back at the end of the semester. *includes ‘W’, ‘F’ & ‘INC’ grades*
Get more Financial Aid by applying early!
January 1-March 2nd
You will lose your Fee Waiver if you fall under academic/progress probation for 2 semesters
Keep your Financial Aid!

42. Important Student Information You should know!!
AB540 and Dream Act Eligibility for Financial Aid:
AB540 students may now apply for the Board of Governors Fee Waiver, privately funded scholarships,
assistance from EOPS, CARE, CalWORKS, and state financial aid like Cal Grants.
Contact the Financial Aid office for details.
Adding Online Classes:
Once the semester starts, students must send the request from their district issued address to the faculty. Faculty will only consider requests to add online courses from student via their district issued addresses. Please do not use your personal address. Admissions will only process approved online adds that include requests from district issued addresses.

43. Tips
Be organized, save returned papers, quizzes and test, it will make it easier when it comes time to study for the next exam/final
If you can’t get the text book right way; ask the instructor to put a book on reserve at the Library or Student Success Center
Be prepared – read your textbook before class
Have contact information for classmates and form study groups
Meet with instructors during office hours; don’t be afraid to ask for help
Register early to get preferred Instructors
Use campus resources - Library, Student Success Center,
English Reading Center, English Writing Center, Math Lab.
Online tutoring for various subjects such as
Math, Science, Computer Technology, Business and Nursing & Allied Health.

44. Good grades and college success
Two Common Mistakes for ‘F’
Enroll in a class and never go to it.
Stop attending without officially “dropping”. /
It is your responsibility to officially drop a
class you are no longer attending .

45. “IT’S NOT HOW YOU START IT’S HOW YOU FINISH!!”
Revised 11/3/2016- gonzalez